Address Looking for an additional income? A rewarding role and a chance to make a real difference? Come and Join the Sense Team! We’ll give you full training to become an excellent Support Worker.
You will join our fantastic Community Service located across South Wales but we are looking for candidates who can work in RCT, Bridgend or Swansea.
The service operates Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm but could include occasional weekend hours depending on individual support.
We are offering an hourly rate from £11.75 with enhanced rates for overtime and annual pay reviews/ rises.
This is a permanent role, with flexible part time hours to suit you from 4hrs per week . We will assess your availability/suitability and pair you with Individual(s) to support, this could be one session a week or 3 sessions a day depending on your availability (will be discussed further at interview).
We are able to be flexible with shifts so would love to discuss your options and hear from you!
Our Community Service supports over 50 individuals with sensory impairments to maintain independence and carry out activities that are important to them. You will work alongside a manager and a dedicated team at Sense to provide support which can include helping clients with their weekly shopping, taking exercise or attending local groups.
You may have cared for a family member in the past, and felt the reward? Or be a genuinely caring person looking to help positively impact an Individual's life? To be considered for this role we require you to have a Full UK License with use of your own vehicle and business insurance.
Benefits
32 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays pro rata
Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
Free life assurance policy.
Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
Cycle to work scheme.
Travel season ticket loans.
Enhanced sick pay.
Headspace app - free access for all employees to mindfulness application
Free DBS check if your role needs one.
A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
Ongoing development opportunities We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:
Positive, with a can-do attitude.
Caring and empathetic.
Patient and good listener
Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
Great communicators
A full UK driving license and use of your own vehicle are essential
Business Car Insurance
BSL skills essential
Knowledge of multi-sensory impairments / learning difficulties is beneficial.
Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role. No two days will be the same
This role might include supporting people with:
Within their home, and within the community.
To provide a customised, responsive and high-quality service to people with multiple sensory impairments, physical and/or learning disabilities who use Sense services.
Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
Finances.
Appointments
Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
Their social life
Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached at the bottom of this advert. Why work for Sense?
Sense is a national disability charity supporting everyone who is deafblind or has complex disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to take part in life, no matter their disability.
Our work empowers thousands of people who are deafblind or have complex disabilities to communicate, experience the world and fulfill their potential.
Work at Sense can be demanding and so isn’t for everyone, but it is also incredibly rewarding and valuable. Take a look at the video below to see why we do what we do. Ready to make a difference? To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued, and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/
